Top Research & Consulting Services Corporations with Recent Private M&A Activity

919

Active Firms

3,210

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 15%

California 11%

Texas 9%

New York 9%

Illinois 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Strategic Acquisitions | Capital Source: Corporate Balance Sheet | Operating Approach: Integrate & Expand

Lasso Up

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Lasso Up is a dynamic digital marketing agency specializing in growth-driven strategies for small to medium-sized businesses. With a strong presence in St. Louis and Naples, the agency offers a comprehensive suite of services including search engine optimization (SEO), web design, and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising. Lasso Up is committed to helping businesses enhance their online presence, attract leads, and increase revenue through tailored marketing solutions. Their expertise extends to brand design, inbound marketing, and lead generation, making them a valuable partner for businesses…

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Jan 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
Jul 2019 Acquired Confidential Company
Aug 2016 Acquired Confidential Company

Pillar Advisors

2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Pillar Advisors is an accounting, financial, and advisory services firm that specializes in providing comprehensive financial services tailored to every businesses' needs.Our offerings include bookkeeping, tax, office of the CFO, consulting, and advisory services, catering to a wide range of clients from pre-revenue startups, stable cash-flowing businesses, to scaling enterprises.We are a highly seasoned team of operators, investors, and advisors, having completed multibillion-dollars of investments, value created, capital raised, and advised transactions across leading firms such as…

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Sep 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
Feb 2025 Acquired Confidential Company

Aurora Imaging Company LLC d/b/a Bowstring Studios

2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Bowstring Studios is a full-service content studio creating original content of all stripes for an international client base. Our specialities include commercial production, branded entertainment, corporate communications, brand films, animation and more. Bowstring's US-based team of 35 is supplemented by a large LATAM presence providing cost-effective solutions for post production services as well as lead gen and campaign delivery for our sales and marketing efforts.

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Jun 2023 Acquired Short Order Production House
Aug 2022 Acquired Koi Fly Creative

Gulf Coast Brothers Group, LP

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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An independent, family owned and operated business has been providing exceptional electrical supplies and pumps to customers since 1951.Gulf Coast Brothers VISION is to; Assemble a network of small independent businesses as an innovative nexus of applied talents; human capital, financial capital and physical resources. Beginning as Coastal Electric in 1951, then Wofford Electric & Pump Supply (2000) and now Texas Electric & Mechanical (TE&M) (2021) this division of Gulf Coast Brothers will be continuing a legacy that has been serving Matagorda County for more than 70…

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Apr 2022 Acquired Wofford Electric

Madison Steel

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Madison Steel is a global supplier of steel wire and related products servicing a variety of industries, and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Working in conjunction with over 30 manufacturers both domestically and abroad, Madison Steel provides you with access to some of the most consistent, proven wire mills and wire products in the world.Madison Steel gives you direct mill access, without the hassle. By specializing in volume purchases direct from the manufacturer to the customer we can ensure competitive prices.In addition, all of our suppliers maintain the most current recognized…

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Jan 2020 Acquired Oregon Wire

Industrial Automation Group

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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At Industrial Automation Co., our goal is to provide our clients with the industrial electronics parts they need right when they need them. We specialize in mature, legacy, and end-of-life products that you won’t find anywhere else, and we keep failure-prone parts in stock to reduce lead times. Our experienced staff can provide detailed technical support, and our technicians can repair your equipment at our repair shop. We understand the importance of avoiding costly downtimes; therefore, we’ll stop at nothing to get you the industrial automation spare parts you need at a great price.…

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Jul 2023 Acquired Delta Automation

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NuScript LLC

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are a full-service healthcare RCM and clinical documentation companyOur 24+ years of clinical documentation expertise has given us deep insights into the persistent challenges healthcare providers face with revenue cycle management. We believe our solutions can proactively help with everything from simplifying intake forms at the first appointment to facilitating final payments.Our dedicated team of billing specialists, certified medical coders, and clinical documentation experts works tirelessly to meet our customers’ administrative deadlines. We ensure the services…

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Dec 2012 Acquired Medical Transcription Management, Inc.

Risk Mitigation Consulting

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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We believe resilience depends on minimizing and managing the increasing risks facing the critical infrastructure and industrial systems that support our country, companies, and civilization.

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Sep 2023 Acquired Securicon, LLC

CITY Laundering Co.

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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CITY was founded in 1906 and is a facilities services provider across the upper Midwest. Servicing industrial and healthcare customers by providing linen and uniform rental services and ancillary products.

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Dec 2022 Acquired Lake Superior Laundry

Applied Flooring

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Applied Flooring is a growth-focused commercial flooring company specializing in high-performance surface solutions for industrial, institutional, and specialty applications. We are actively seeking to acquire complementary businesses with established customer bases, proven EBITDA, and operational infrastructure that can integrate into our expanding platform. Our ideal acquisition target is a profitable company with a strong reputation, skilled team, and potential for scalability, where we can add value through shared resources, expanded market access, and operational efficiencies. We are…

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Apr 2019 Acquired Confidential Company

lifeworks technology group

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Lifeworks is a global designer and manufacturer specializing in consumer products across various sectors, including technology, sports, fitness, and automotive. The company is committed to managing all aspects of the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to distribution, ensuring comprehensive retail solutions. With a strong presence in New York, Shenzhen, Tel Aviv and Arkansas, Lifeworks leverages its expertise to deliver innovative products that meet the evolving needs of consumers worldwide. Their strategic focus on technology and wellness underscores their dedication to…

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Comgraphx

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Comgraphx prints outdoor stickers, product labels, and retail graphics used by Brands and Businesses nationwide to market their products and services. We also produce the leading oil change reminder system, used by 50% of installers nationwide.

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Fyzical

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Looking to buy a business. Industry agnostic. Have been financially qualified to purchase a business with acquisition cost up to $5 million.Targeting businesses with existing cash flow of $600,000 to $1.5 million.

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Shree Kabir Properties

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I am actively seeking to acquire businesses generating over $6M in annual revenue to operate and grow. As an MBA graduate from NYU Stern, I bring a strong academic foundation combined with hands-on entrepreneurial experience. I currently own and manage five+ businesses across our portfolio and am looking to strategically expand by acquiring well-positioned companies with long-term growth potential.

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Acadia Healthcare

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Acadia Healthcare, headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the United States. Established in 2005, the company operates a comprehensive network of psychiatric and addiction treatment facilities, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, specialty treatment facilities, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics. Acadia Healthcare is dedicated to setting the standard of excellence in the treatment of behavioral health and addiction disorders, serving approximately 75,000 patients daily with a workforce of over 23,500…

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HB Pharmacy

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HB Pharmacy has seen many changes since 1964. The original pharmacy, HB Drugs, was located at 155 Ridge Road. Gaspar’s son John, a graduate of Rutgers School of Pharmacy, took over leadership of the store in 1992. Guided by the traditions of service and care instilled in him by his father, John Bellitti has shaped HB Pharmacy into what it is today. He expanded the store in the mid-1990’s and forged a new path in 1999 as HB Drugs returned to its pharmacy roots by opening prescription compounding lab. In January 2001, the store moved to 98 Ridge Road, providing a larger facility, expanded…

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Direct Services Group

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Direct Services Group (DSG) is a dynamic company specializing in comprehensive solutions for critical power, system connectivity, and renewable energy needs. Through its divisions, Direct Power, Direct Solar, and Direct Tower, the company offers a wide range of specialized services. DSG, with over two decades of experience, has expanded its services to include Solar Services, Power Storage Solutions, DC Power, and Tower Services. Direct Solar provides complete solar and energy storage solutions, focusing on utility-scale renewable energy systems and solar projects across multiple states.…

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Pursuits

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Pursuits acquires product and service businesses with strong fundamentals, recurring revenue, and growth potential. Backed by 15+ years of experience scaling teams and products in tech, healthcare, and regulated industries.

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Ridgeback Lighting LLC

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We're a manufacturing business specializing in military and automotive. We manufacture in the USA primarily and focus on B2B sales. Most of our customers are OEMs we work on designing in to their projects for consistent recurring revenue.

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ZenLedger

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ZenLedger is a leading provider of cryptocurrency tax software, offering comprehensive solutions for managing and reporting crypto taxes as saas (retail, B2B, govt contracts). Founded by Patrick Larsen in 2017, the company specializes in blockchain analytics and aims to simplify tax reporting for cryptocurrency investors. ZenLedger's platform delivers a range of tax and accounting services, including managing portfolios, generating profit-loss statements, and filing taxes, all designed to help users avoid IRS audits. By partnering with Bitpay, ZenLedger also facilitates crypto payments,…

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Firms in the Research & Consulting Services Corporations directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Research & Consulting Services Corporations is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$3M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Business Services experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 919 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Research & Consulting Services Corporations directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Corporations with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 919 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Research & Consulting Services Corporations directory, you can request information here.

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